MINNEAPOLIS, Aug 29, 2008 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Minneapolis-based Pentair, Inc. (NYSE: PNR), a global leader in water
filtration and treatment, will enable news media covering the Republican
National Convention to tap into the Minneapolis municipal water supply
during Saturday night's traditional gathering
for reporters prior to the start of the convention.
Pentair is contributing five Everpure water bars throughout the
reception area on the Minneapolis riverfront for the event. If the more
than 8,000 expected attendees want a drink of water, they can get
premium filtered water sourced straight from the city's
own system.
The water bars support a commitment that Minneapolis Mayor R.T. Rybak
and 14 other U.S. mayors made last June to encourage the use of
municipal water to save money and reduce environmental impact. "Filtering
tap water provides consumers with the great taste of bottled water while
reducing their carbon footprint," said Michael Madsen, vice president of
Pentair's Everpure business. With an Everpure
filtration system, a family of four can have great-tasting water, reduce
their environmental impact and save money.
Specific Details for News Media Attending/Covering the Event
What:
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At the traditional news media reception the evening before the start
of the Republican National Convention, five manned and outfitted water
bars will dispense premium filtered still and carbonated water direct
from the City of Lakes' supply.
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A specially marked team of volunteers will distribute reusable water
bottles at the bars during the event.
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Spokespersons will be available prior to the event and on site during
the event to discuss the benefits of filtered water.
Where:
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Between the Guthrie Theater and Mill City Museum in the Minneapolis
Riverfront District (Second Street S. & Chicago Avenue). Credentialed
news media and other invited guests enter on Chicago Avenue.
When:
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Stations and display set-up is scheduled for 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Friday,
August 29.
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Media reception is scheduled for 6:30-8:30 p.m. Saturday, August 30.
About Pentair, Inc.
Pentair (www.pentair.com) is a
diversified operating company headquartered in Minnesota. Its Water
Group is a global leader in providing innovative products and systems
used worldwide in the movement, treatment, storage and enjoyment of
water. Pentair's Technical Products Group is a
leader in the global enclosures and thermal management markets,
designing and manufacturing thermal management products and standard,
modified, and custom enclosures that house and protect sensitive
electronics and electrical components. With 2007 revenues of $3.3
billion on a continuing basis, Pentair employs approximately 16,000
people worldwide.
SOURCE: Pentair, Inc.
Pentair
Corporate Communications
Rachael Jarosh, 763-656-5280
rachael.jarosh@pentair.com
or
Dan Gore, Mobile: 612-701-4673
or
Investor Relations
Todd Gleason, 763-656-5520
todd.gleason@pentair.com